Athens YMCA Program Brochure 2016-2017

ATHENS YMCA2016 - 2017PROGRAM & MEMBERSHIP GUIDEMission Statement www.athensymca.org“To put Christian principles into 915 Hawthorne Avenue - Athens, GA 30606practice through programs that build Office: (706) 543-6596 - Fax: (706) 543-9313healthy spirit, mind and body for all.”FOLLOW US ON:

ALWAYS HERE FOR COMMUNITYTABLE OF CONTENTS Facility HoursFacility Hours 2 Monday - Friday / 4:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Saturday / 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.YMCA Closings 2 Sunday / 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.ID Policy 2 YMCA ClosingsYMCA Map 2 NEW YEAR’s EVE, NEW YEAR’s DAY EASTER SUNDAY, MEMORIAL DAYMembership Information 3 JULY 4th, LABOR DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY CHRISTMAS EVE / CHRISTMAS DAYGuest Policy & Facility Rental 4 I.D. POLICY:Building Closings 4 The Athens YMCA utilizes a biometric fingerYouth Program Policy 4 scanner for facility access at our check-in desk. New members are issued a temporary 7-day pass,General Programs 5 after that time members will be required to use the finger scanner. Members who may needFitness Programs 6 a permanent membership card for traveling to another YMCA (AWAY Program) can simply stop byYouth Programs 7-10 the front office or front desk to have one made.Camp Kelly Adventures 12 Pool HoursAquatics 7 &13 INDOOR POOL HOURS Mon - Fri., 5:00 a.m. - 9:15 p.m.Youth Development 14 Saturday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. Sunday, 1:00 p.m.. - 5:45 p.m.YMCA BUILDING MAP Lap lanes are closed from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Mon - Friday during normal school days for after school youth swim lessons. OUTDOOR POOL OPENS Monday - May 23rd M-F: 9:00a.m. - 7:45p.m. SAT: 10:00a.m. - 4:45p.m. SUN: 1:00p.m. - 5:45p.m. Please note the YMCA’s Summer Day Camp Program has priority in the outdoor pool weekdays until 5:00 p.m. Back Door Study Child Watch Office Adult Bathroom Hall Aerobic / Yoga MartialGround floor map Women’s Front Downstairs map Multi-Purpose Arts Wellness Gym Room Board Room Room Office Office Office Youth Indoor Cycle Office Room Room Office Office / Carpet Room Side Door Front Entrance 2

MEMBERSHIP TYPE Building Bank Draft Annual Fund Fee $41 $492ADULT (16 - 59 years old) $75COLLEGE STUDENT none $120 4 month $f2e1e0 - $164 $378 FAMILY $100 $56 $672(Spouses and all legal dependents claimed on current tax forms up to the age 23.) SENIOR $50 $31 $372(60 years and up) SENIOR COUPLE $75 $41 $492(married both 60 years old and up)ADULT HEALTH CLUB $125 $56 $672 (18 years old and up) FAMILY HEALTH CLUB $150 $86 $1032(Spouses and all legal dependents claimed on current tax forms up to the age 23.--- Dependents under 18 would not be able to utilize the health club).*Building Fund Fee is a one time fee that is paid only once as long as the membership is kept in good standing. The Building FundFee is your investment in the YMCA and helps with the facilities repair and replacement and equipment purchases. The BuildingFund Fee is paid again if your membership lapses more than 30 days.Bank Draft Membership AmenitiesBank Draft is an automatic/electronic/continuous 3 Gymnasiums • 2 pools ( 1 indoor, 1 outdoordebit from your checking account on the 15th of - seasonal) Cardio Center ( treadmills, steppers,each month. The automatic bank draft is not a rowers, etc.) • Fitness Center (free weights,contract. In addition, bank drafts can be placed machine weights, etc.) Aerobics Room • Women’son hold for up to 6 months. It can be canceled or ONLY Wellness Room • 4 Racquetball courts •frozen by the 10th of any month by filling out a Complimentary Men’s and Women’s locker roomscancellation form. Cancellations and Freezes filled also Men’s and Women’s Health Club Locker Roomsout after the 10th of the month will go into effect which include Sauna, Steam Room, and Whirlpoolthe following month. Cancellation and Freeze forms (for those who have Health Club Memberships)are available at the Front Desk. • Outdoor playground area • Roller Hockey Rink • Outdoor Sports Fields • 8 Lane soft surface outdoor track • Outdoor Running & Bike TrailsPrepaid Memberships Child Watch ServicePaid up front upon joining. These memberships are Complimentary service offered to those with anon-refundable. family membership. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday / Saturday’sHealth Club 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon - Age 6 weeks to 12The Men’s and Women’s Health Club is an upgraded years old. Children ages 1 year and up may stay forlocker room that includes a whirlpool, dry sauna, up to 2 1/2 hours per day. Children ages 6 weekswet steam, towel service, etc. The health club is an to 1 year may stay for up to 1 1/2 hours per day.adult (18 and up) only locker room - children are Parents must remain on the YMCA’s premises.not allowed in this area. Youth ages 13-15 are encouraged to stay with their parents. Any youth under the age of 16 cannot be in the facility by themselves. They must remain with an Adult member at all times. 3

Guest Policy and FacilityATHENS YMCA GUEST POLICY My Y Is Every Y in GeorgiaThe YMCA’s number one priority is to serve our MY Y IS NOW #EVERYYINGAmembers who have made a commitment to the The Y movement is for youth development, healthyYMCA by joining. The purpose behind our Guest living, and social responsibility. We want toPolicy is to enhance member services to current encourage members to utilize the Y as often as theymembers who are encouraging a friend to join or can. Sometimes, it’s more convenient for membershave out-of-town family members visiting, and to to use a Y in a different location when traveling inoffer an opportunity for non-members to try our a different area or region. Now full facility YMCAfacility before committing to join. members have the flexibility to use other Y facilities throughout Georgia at no extra charge.Guests Visiting with an Athens YMCA MemberAll guests visiting with a member receive one pass HOW IT WORKSper year at no cost. • Guests will be required Simply present your active YMCA membershipto complete the Guest Registration Process - card and a photo ID at any participating Georgiashow I.D. and sign the guest waiver before entry YMCA The reciprocal program is valid for YMCA fullis granted. Once entry is granted, guests must facility / full privilege members only.adhere to the Athens YMCA code of conduct and allpolicies and procedures. Visitors to other Y’s must present a valid membership card and photo ID upon the firstGuests Visiting without a Member visit and complete a visiting member waiver orGuests visiting without a member will be required membership form with liability waiver.to purchase a guest pass complete the guestregistration process - show I.D. and sign the guest Participating YMCA’s reserve the right to restrictwaiver before entry is granted. Once entry is facility or program access.granted, guests must adhere to the Athens YMCA’s Please contact the Y you will be visiting for morecode of conduct and all policies and procedures. details. Other restrictions may apply.Please note: Guests who have purchased adaily pass can have the $15 credited towards a MYYYINISGEEVOERRGYIAmembership if they decide to join the same day theguest pass was bought. Use your Y membership at every YMCA in Georgia!Cost of Guest PassesGuest pass purchases are good for the day ofpurchase only. - Adult Guess Passes: $15 for dailyuse. - Youth & Teen Guest Passes: $10 for dailyuse. - Family Guest Pass: $20 for daily use.PLEASE NOTE:Health Club access is limited to health clubmembers only. The Athens YMCA reservesthe right to change the Guest Pass Policy atany time at its discretion. The YMCA will notoffer family guest passes from May 1st toSeptember 1st.GUESTS HAVE FULL ACCESS TO THE ATHENSYMCA FACILITY EXCEPT HEALTH CLUBS ANDCHILD WATCH. 4

Guest Policy and FacilityBuilding Closings Youth Program PolicyAs a service to the community, the YMCA willmake every effort to open regular hours during Facility Rentalmost cases of inclement weather. Certain areas of The Y rents specific components of our facilitiesthe YMCA will open only if staff can arrive safely and grounds (athletic field, playground and meetingto the site. The YMCA reserves the right to close rooms) to outside groups. Please see the YMCAthe entire facility depending on the severity ofthe inclement weather if it is deemed in the best front office for specific details.interest of our members, guests and staff. Thedecision to close the YMCA facility due to inclement (Clarke County is the largest service area for youthweather is that of the CEO or her designate. programs; therefore decisions are based on the Clarke County School System) If Clarke County Schools have a delayed opening, programs will resume as scheduled. Please check the website for updates throughout the day. If Clarke County Schools are closed all after school programs will be cancelled. If Clarke County Schools are dismissed during school hours, all after school programs will be cancelled. Children will be sent home from school. Buses will not drop kids off at the YMCA. Additional Information: - Please check the YMCA website and Facebook page for fitness class and evening swim lessons updates. - If the YMCA is closed, has a delayed opening, or will be closing early, announcements will be made on www.athensymca.org, the Athens YMCA Facebook page, radio stations WNGC and Magic 102.1, and on television Channel 2 StormWatch. 5

HEALTHY LIVINGBasketball Allegro: Lively music for childrenPICK-UP - ADULTS (18 & OVER), A *NEW* music class offering for ages Birth - 4Mon. thru Fri. - 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. years / Offering Fall and Winter Sessions. EachMon. thru Thurs., 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. session is 10 weeks.and Sat. 8:00 a.m. Subject to change due to YouthGames. Enroll online at http://allegroathens.com. For more information, contact Cathy Rumfelt atMen’s Bible Study [email protected], or 706-510-6995.Meets on Thursday morning YMCA Lifeguard Classes(YMCA Board Room) at 7:00 a.m. for fellowship,prayer and scriptures. Open to the community at This course provides the knowledge & skillslarge. needed to become a lifeguard. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE YMCA’S FRONT OFFICE FOR DATES,Coach Mike Health Run TIMES AND SPECIFICS.The Historic 34th Annual Coach Mike 5K Health CPR ClassesRun and 1 mile Fun Run date will be Saturday,August 13th 2016. The 5K run course will consist Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere. Firstof cross-country run through the YMCA’s athletic Aid and CPR classes can prepare you to keep some-fields and wooded area. There will be a mile fun run one alive or prevent a more serious injury. Thisafter the 5K for youth ages 12 and younger. training can make it possible for you to act confi- dently if someone needs help when seconds count.Registration can be done on www.active.com or at PLEASE CHECK WITH THE YMCA’S FRONT OFFICEthe Athens YMCA. FOR DATES, TIMES AND SPECIFICS.Kindermarket Music Therapy for Children with Special NeedsAthens largest consignment sale of new and gently Fall 2016 August 25-October 13used children’s goods and clothing. Any questions, Spring 2017 Session TBAplease email us at [email protected]. Meet and Greet is August 18 from 6:15 p.m. to 7p.m.Spring 2016: March 3-5 Fall 2016: October 6-8 Cost is $100 per child per session. Meets Thursdays 6:15-7:00 p.m. in the Youth Room. The instructors are Emily Carroll and Nicole Valerioti. 6

HEALTHY LIVING - FITNESS & AQUATICSThe YMCA’s fitness classes are geared toward adult Family Fitnessparticipants - age 16 and up. With the exception ofthe Yoga Sprouts class on Saturday’s, children are not The Athens YMCA wants to encourage youth health andallowed to participate in class, nor can children be in family interaction. To support this we have added Familythe aerobic room while classes are going on. Please Fitness. On Family Fitness days children ages 11 - 12utilize the Child Watch area for your Child Watch needs. are welcome to use the Fitness Center with an adult/ parent on the following days: All day Sat. - Sun. andFitness Orientation Mon. - Fri. - 5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.All new members are offered an equipment orientation. TeensThe orientation will be given by Fitness Centerattendants and lasts 20 - 30 minutes. The orientation Ages 13 - 15 years old may work-out anytime duringcovers the use of the machines, Fitness Center policies, our open hours with a parent present in the fitness& YMCA programs. More information is available when center. This applies to those with Family Membershipyou sign up for a membership. Only. Ages 16 and up are treated as an adult member. *PLEASE NOTE THE WOMEN’S ONLY FITNESS ROOM ISPersonal Training FOR AGES 16+ ONLY!Certified personal trainers can assist you in your Adult Water Exercise Classesfitness needs. A trainer can help you develop anindividual fitness program, teach you about sports Please note: the Athens YMCA tries to maintain ourconditioning, stretching and more. YMCA Approved/ indoor pool temperature at 850. Our pool is not a “warmLicensed Personal Fitness Trainers - Prices and options water therapy pool.”vary per trainer. Please contact the individual trainerfor specifics. HydrobicsAppropriate Attire: shirts and closed toe shoes are This on-going, drop in class is an intense, low-impactrequired in all fitness classes and fitness centers. and fun aerobics class designed to strengthen the heart and lungs, tone muscles and increase flexibility.Athens YMCA Personal Trainers The class is led by professional aquatic instructors in shallow and deep water.ORLANDO GREEN Shallow water: M, W, F @ 9am - 9:45am(706) 614-9738 / [email protected] Deep water: Mon. - Sat. @ 8amCOREY LITTLE Y’s Way To Water Exercise:(706) 207-0689 / [email protected] A variable intensity cardiovascular workout with aTANIA YELTON strength training segment. This format utilizes a variety(706) 206-0026 / [email protected] of water fitness tools, including hard buoys, noodles, water gloves, water wrist weights, floats and kick-CATHERINE HAMILTON boards. Volunteer led.(706) 202-3128 / [email protected] Tuesday & Thursday @ 6:45 - 7:45p.m.BRAD ULRICH Arthritis Foundation Water Exercise(706) 201-1833 This gentle class, led by a professional instructor,Massage Therapy leads participants through a series of movements designed specifically for those with arthritis pain andMassages are available for Health Club Members ONLY. limited movement. M, W, F @ 10:00 - 10:45a.m.JOE LEONE: (706) 548-3857- MHCJOEY FREEMAN: (706) 202-2224 - MHCNICHOLE ARRENDALE: (706) 247-3477 - LHC 7

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT- YOUTH & ATHLETIC PROGRAMS: FALL 2016Tackle Football Parent/Child Soccer (ages 2-4)(3rd & 4th Grade, 5th & 6th Grade) Registration starts Aug. 29thThe Athens YMCA participates in a predominantly Mon. and Wed. 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Sept. 19 – Oct 26Christian youth football league. The league consists $30 Member / $50 Non-member.of Prince Ave., Bethlehem Christian Academy, This is a 6 week programGatewood Academy, Athens Christian, The Y,George Walton, and Oconee County. The league is Mountain Biking:governed by a board of directors that consist ofone representative from each organization. This Explore the rugged trails in the woods behind theprogram is designed to teach the fundamentals of YMCA! The YMCA provides the bike - recommendedtackle football, safe tackling habits, all positions, for experienced riders only. Ages: 9 - 12 - Mon. &and sportsmanship. Players are evaluated during Wed. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.practice and assigned positions for the season. $95 Members / $140 Non-Members.The primary emphasis is on Christian leadershipand sportsmanship. Tackle football registration will Football Cheerleadingbegin Tuesday August 9, 2016. Summer practiceswill begin July 18, 2016. After school practices will YMCA Cheerleading is designed to teach the basicsbegin Monday Tuesday August 9, 2016. All teams of cheerleading to children who have never cheeredwill practice 3 times per week immediately after before or to those who are looking to improve theirschool. The season will begin in September. Helmet, skills. The program will focus on teaching basicshoulder pads, mouth pieces, cleats, and practice jumps, stretching and coordination, and propergear must be purchased by parents. The YMCA will jump techniques. Emphasis is on motion placement,provide game day jerseys and helmet decals. teamwork, and basic cheers. Ages 5-12.$100 Members / $140 Non-Members Tues & Thurs 3:30-5:00 p.m.Flag Football (1st and 2nd Grade) $120 Member / $155 Non Member.Flag football is offered for grades K-2nd. Teams Arts & Craftswill play in a predominantly Christian league.Teams in the league are from Prince Ave, Gatewood This class will help bring out the artistic andAcademy, and George Walton Academy. Games creative abilities in your child. Participants will havewill be played on Saturdays and during the week. several projects that they will work on throughoutRegistration will begin June 6, 2016. Practices will the quarter - most materials will be provided withbegin August 18, 2016. Teams will practice 2 times the exception of a few supplies.per week. Game jerseys, flags, and footballs will Ages: 8-12. Mon. & Wed. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.be provided by the YMCA. Parents must purchase Ages: 5-7. Tue. & Thur. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.cleats and practice clothing. $95 Members / $140 Non-members.Price: $95 Members / $140 Non-Members. FEES: 2 days per week (M, W or T, TH) $115 Members / $150 Non-Members.Rec Soccer For Boys And Girls Fun Friday - (fun water activities, no lessons) $52U-6 M & W 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Games Wed. @ 5:15 p.m. Members / $64 Non-Members.U-8 T & Th 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Games Thurs. @ 5:30 p.m.U-10 M & W 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Games @ the Athens 8YMCA and surrounding rec facilities. There will besome weekday and weekend games with times TBA.U-12 T & Th, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Games @ theAthens YMCA and surrounding rec facilities. Therewill be some weekday and weekend games withtimes TBA.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT- YOUTH & ATHLETIC PROGRAMS: FALL 2016Swimming Lessons: Tae-Kwon DoAges 6 and up - A step-by-step progression of Learn self-confidence, self-defense, coordination,swimming & water safety skills that enable a child this is a perfect complement to any sport you areto swim safely, enjoy the water, and use swimming currently involved in. Uniform not provided, butas a lifetime fitness sport. This program’s five main may be purchased from the instructor. Instructor:components: personal growth, personal safety, Master Jose Castro / Certified 5th Degree Blackstroke development, water sports games, and Belt. Ages: 5 - 12.rescue. Each skill level builds upon the preceding Beginner Classes: Mon. & Wed. 3:30-5:00 p.m. orlevel, with six levels (Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish, Tues. & Thurs. 3:30-5:00 p.m.Flying Fish, and Shark) covering all the strokes, Green Belt or Higher: Mon. & Wed. 5:00-6:00 p.m.diving fundamentals, & safety skills. Throughout or Tues. & Thurs. 5:00-6:00 p.m.all levels, students are taught aquatic and boating $100 Members / $140 Non-Members.safety and rescue skills. Children sign up for2 DAYS PER WEEK - Mon/Wed. or Tues/Thurs. - Teen FitnessALL CLASS TIMES ARE FROM 3:55 - 4:55 p.m. Participants work out in the YMCA’s fitness centerFEES: 2 days per week (M, W or T, TH) under YMCA staff supervision. This program is$115 Members / $150 Non-Members. designed to teach ages 12-15 appropriate ways to exercise. We do intend to make exercise fun for ourFun Friday - (fun water activities, no lessons) teens. The program will consist of swim classes,$52 Members / $64 Non-Members. indoor cycle classes, boot camp classes, and more. All participants need tennis shoes and athletic clothing. Tue and Thu. 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. $105 Members / $140 Non-Members. 9

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT- YOUTH & ATHLETIC PROGRAMS: WINTER 2016 - 2017Basketball Tae-Kwon DoLearn and master the basics of passing, dribbling Learn self-confidence, self-defense, coordination,and shooting. Y Basketball is designed to teach this is a perfect complement to any sport you arethe fundamentals of basketball to children who currently involved in. Uniform not provided, buthave never played before or to those who are may be purchased from the instructor. Instructor:looking to improve their skills. Focus will be on Master Jose Castro / Certified 5th Degree Blackball control, shooting techniques, offensive and Belt. Ages: 5 - 12.defensive tactics, rules and regulations of the Beginner Classes: Mon. & Wed. 3:30-5:00 p.m. orgame, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play for Tues. & Thurs. 3:30-5:00 p.m.all. Ages 5-15. Basketball is offered during the Green Belt or Higher: Mon. & Wed. 5:00-6:00 p.m.winter quarter. or Tues. & Thurs. 5:00-6:00 p.m.Kindergarten M/W 3:30-5:00, Games W @ 5:00 $100 Members / $140 Non-Members.1st-2nd Grade M/W 3:30-5:00, Games Sat @ 9:303rd-4th Grade T/TH 3:30-5:00, Games Fri @ 6:00 Swimming Lessons:5th-6th Grade T/TH 5:00-6:30, Games TBD7th-9th Grade T/TH 5:00-6:30, Games TBD Ages 6 and up - A step-by-step progression of$95 for Members / $140 for Non-Members swimming & water safety skills that enable a child to swim safely, enjoy the water, and use swimmingBasketball Cheerleading as a lifetime fitness sport. This program’s five main components: personal growth, personal safety,YMCA Cheerleading is designed to teach the basics stroke development, water sports games, andof cheerleading to children who have never cheered rescue. Each skill level builds upon the precedingbefore or to those who are looking to improve their level, with six levels (Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish,skills. The program will focus on teaching basic Flying Fish, and Shark) covering all the strokes,jumps, stretching and coordination, and proper diving fundamentals, & safety skills. Throughoutjump techniques. Emphasis is on motion placement, all levels, students are taught aquatic and boatingteamwork, and basic cheers. Ages 5-12. safety and rescue skills. Children sign up forTues & Thurs 3:30-5:00 p.m. 2 DAYS PER WEEK - Mon/Wed. or Tues/Thurs. -$120 Member / $155 Non Member. ALL CLASS TIMES ARE FROM 3:55 - 4:55 p.m. 2 days per week (M, W or T, TH)Parent/Child Basketball (ages 2-4) $115 Members / $150 Non-Members. Fun Friday - (fun water activities, no lessons)Jan 3—Feb 9 $52 Members / $64 Non-Members.Registration starts Dec 5thTues. and Thurs. 1:15 - 2:00 pm Teen Fitness$30 Member / $50 Non-memberThis is a 6 week program Participants work out in the YMCA’s fitness center under YMCA staff supervision. This program isArts & Crafts designed to teach ages 12-15 appropriate ways to exercise. We do intend to make exercise fun for ourThis class will help bring out the artistic and teens. The program will consist of swim classes,creative abilities in your child. Participants will have indoor cycle classes, boot camp classes, and more.several projects that they will work on throughout All participants need tennis shoes andthe quarter - most materials will be provided with athletic clothing.the exception of a few supplies. Tue and Thu. 4:30 - 5:00 p.m.Ages: 8-12. Mon. & Wed. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. $105 Members / $140 Non-Members.Ages: 5-7. Tue. & Thur. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.$95 Members / $140 Non-members. 10

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT- YOUTH & ATHLETIC PROGRAMS: SPRING 2017Rec Soccer For Boys And Girls Swimming Lessons:U-6 M & W 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Ages 6 and up - A step-by-step progression ofGames Wed. @ 5:15 p.m. swimming & water safety skills that enable a childU-8 T & Th 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. to swim safely, enjoy the water, and use swimmingGames Thurs. @ 5:30 p.m. as a lifetime fitness sport. This program’s five mainU-10 M & W 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Games @ the Athens components: personal growth, personal safety,YMCA and surrounding rec facilities. There will be stroke development, water sports games, andsome weekday and weekend games with times TBA. rescue. Each skill level builds upon the precedingU-12 T & Th, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Games @ the level, with six levels (Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish,Athens YMCA and surrounding rec facilities. There Flying Fish, and Shark) covering all the strokes,will be some weekday and weekend games with diving fundamentals, & safety skills. Throughouttimes TBA. all levels, students are taught aquatic and boating$95 Members / $140 Non-Members safety and rescue skills. Children sign up for 2 DAYS PER WEEK - Mon/Wed. or Tues/Thurs. -Youth Track and Field ALL CLASS TIMES ARE FROM 3:55 - 4:55 p.m. FEES: 2 days per week (M, W or T, TH)Youth Track and Field is for both beginner and $115 Members / $150 Non-Members.advanced runners. Participants will be exposed Fun Friday - (fun water activities, no lessons)to field events, distance running, and sprinting. $52 Members / $64 Non-Members.Participants will learn running techniques anddevelop both individual and team goals. Ages 6-12. Tae-Kwon DoTuesday & Thursday 3:30-5:00 p.m. Track Meetsare on Saturdays. Light travel is involved. Learn self-confidence, self-defense, coordination, this is a perfect complement to any sport you are$95 Members / $140 Non-Members. currently involved in. Uniform not provided, but may be purchased from the instructor. Instructor:Parent/Child Soccer (ages 2-4) Master Jose Castro / Certified 5th Degree Black Belt. AGES: 5 - 12.March 28 – May 3 Beginner Classes: Mon. & Wed. 3:30-5:00 p.m. orRegistration starts March 6th Tues. & Thurs. 3:30-5:00 p.m.Mon. and Wed. 4:00 - 4:45 pm Green Belt or Higher: Mon. & Wed. 5:00-6:00 p.m.$30 Member / $50 Non-member. or Tues. & Thurs. 5:00-6:00 p.m.This is a 6 week program $100 Members / $140 Non-Members.Mountain Biking: Teen FitnessExplore the rugged trails in the woods behind the Participants work out in the YMCA’s fitness centerYMCA! The YMCA provides the bike - recommended under YMCA staff supervision. This program isfor experienced riders only. Ages: 9 - 12 - Mon. & designed to teach ages 12-15 appropriate ways toWed. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. exercise. We do intend to make exercise fun for our$95 Members / $140 Non-Members. teens. The program will consist of swim classes, indoor cycle classes, boot camp classes, and more.Arts & Crafts All participants need tennis shoes and athletic clothing.This class will help bring out the artistic and Tue and Thu. 4:30 - 5:00 p.m.creative abilities in your child. Participants will have $105 Members / $140 Non-Members.several projects that they will work on throughoutthe quarter - most materials will be provided withthe exception of a few supplies.Ages: 8-12. Mon. & Wed. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.Ages: 5-7. Tue. & Thur. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.$95 Members / $140 Non-Members. 11

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT - CAMP KELLEY 2016For 80 years, the Athens YMCA has offered Options / Specialsyoungsters a unique 9 week summer campexperience with a long-standing tradition of Archery • Riflery • Basketball Drills• Arts & Craftsbuilding strong kids, strong families and strong Soccer Drills • Dance • Football • Cheerleadingcommunities. Water Day • Low Ropes Course • LacrosseMaking friends, learning new skills, developing Datesconfidence and building self-esteem is what ourday camp is all about. All programs are active and Session 1 May 23-27geared towards age appropriate groups. Camp Session 2 May 31-June 3Kelley fosters personal growth, both mentally and NO CAMP ON MONDAY, MAY 30physically, through a wide range of group and Session 3 June 6-10individual activities. The children are catered to Session 4 June 13-17by a mature, responsible and enthusiastic staff. Session 5 June 20-24 Session 6 June 27-July1CAMP GROUPS NO CAMP WEEK OF JULY 4-8 Session 7 July 11-15CUBS - ages: 5-6 Session 8 July 18-22INDIANS - ages: 7-8 / BRAVES - ages: 9-10 Session 9 July 25-29WARRIORS: ages: 11-13Birth certificate copies are required for ALL 5 yearolds. Space is limited. Please register as soon aspossible. 12

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT - AQUATICS - SWIMMING LESSONSSummer Swim PreschoolFees are $50 for Members / $70 for Non-Members. 3-5 year olds. A child’s first experience in the1. May 23-June 3 at 12pm, 1pm, 4pm, 5pm, & 6pm pool without parental assistance. Basic skills (theNO CLASSES MONDAY, MAY 30TH building blocks of swimming) are taught. Children2. June 6-16 at 12pm, 1pm, 4pm, 5pm, & 6pm learn about pool and boating safety and the use of3. June 20-June 30 at12pm, 1pm, 4pm, 5pm, & 6pm personal floatation devices.4. July 11-21 at12pm, 1pm, 4pm, 5pm, & 6pm Tues. & Thurs. 6:00-6:30 p.m. Fees are $50 for Members / $70 for Non-Members.Parent/Child Swim Session 1: August 9 - September 1 Session 2: September 6 - September 29A 30-minute class for children 6 months to 3 yrs. Session 3: October 4 - 27& their parents. The primary objective is to get the Session 4: November 1 – November 29child & parent comfortable in the water. Classes are NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 24 FOR THANKSGIVINGdesigned to allow the child to have fun in the water Session 5: January 10 – February 2while the parent guides their child to learn aquatic Session 6: February 7 – March 2skills. Children are exposed to games that use Session 7: March 7-30basic movements such as kicking, arm strokes, and Session 8: April 4 - April 27breath control. Parents must accompany infants Session 9: May 2 - May 25& toddlers in the water. Plastic pants are requiredfor all children under 3 years of age. The YMCA has Youthplastic pants available for sale at the check-in/cagedesk ($6.00). Ages 6-12. Class is designed for beginning levelsClasses are Tues. & Thurs. 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. (Polliwog and Guppy levels). Levels Minnow, Fish,Fees are $50 for Members / $70 for Non-Members. Flying Fish and Shark will need to sign up for “AfterSession 1: August 9 - September 1 school” lesson times.Session 2: September 6 - September 29 Tues. & Thurs. at 6:30-7:00 p.m.Session 3: October 4 - 27 Fees are $50 for Members / $70 for Non-Members.Session 4: November 1 – November 29 Session 1: August 9 - September 1NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 24 FOR THANKSGIVING Session 2: September 6 - September 29Session 5: January 10 – February 2 Session 3: October 4 - 27Session 6: February 7 – March 2 Session 4: November 1 – November 29Session 7: March 7-30 NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 24 FOR THANKSGIVINGSession 8: April 4 - April 27 Session 5: January 10 – February 2Session 9: May 2 - May 25 Session 6: February 7 – March 2 Session 7: March 7-30Adult Swim Lessons Session 8: April 4 - April 27 Session 9: May 2 - May 25Ages 13 and up - It’s never too late to learn how toswim. Class is structured for beginners on up. If you Adaptive Aquatic Youth Programfear the water, don’t worry we’ll move slowly! Recreational and instructional swimming programTues. & Thurs. 7:00-7:45 p.m.Fees are $50 Members / $70 Non-Members. for special populations.Session 1: August 9 - September 1Session 2: September 6 - September 29 Dates: Sept. 7-28, Oct 3-26, Nov 7-30 (No ClassSession 3: October 4 - 27Session 4: November 1 – November 29 Nov 23), Jan 9-Feb 1, Feb 6-March1, MarchNO CLASSES NOVEMBER 24 FOR THANKSGIVINGSession 5: January 10 – February 2 6-March 29, April 3-April 26, May 1-24Session 6: February 7 – March 2Session 7: March 7-30 (50 minute sessions once a week for four weeks) -Session 8: April 4 - April 27Session 9: May 2 - May 25 Class times are scheduled in 50 minute increments starting at 5:30 p.m. Class meets on Mondays or Wednesdays. Fees are $50 Members / $70 Non- Members - Financial Assistance is available for this program. 13

YOUTH DEVELOPMENTParent/Child Camp-Out Dynamic DaysAugust 12-14, 2016 The Athens YMCA provides a full day of fun, specialAthens Y Camp, Tallulah Falls, GA. activities and field trips for your child duringRegister online at www.athensycamps.org Winter Break and Clarke County Spring Break.Registration begins June 1st $25 per day per child.$150 for couple and $50 each additional person. Fall / Winter 2016: TBAAges 4 and up. Spring 2017: TBACabins with beds, bathrooms and showers.Activities include: Fishing • Canoeing • HikingBon Fire • Games • Movies • Great MealsMarshmallow Roasting • Evening Snack TimeThe BLOB • Bonding in the North GeorgiaMountains.Champions Foundation Football ClinicGuys and Girls ages 5 to 13 are instructed infootball clinic coached by local high school coaches.Clinic takes place at Athens YMCA Athletic Fieldsfrom 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at NO CHARGE.Participating High School Coaches:Cedar Shoals • Clarke CentralAthens Academy • Athens ChristianPrince Avenue ChristianMAY DATES TBA 14

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Throughout northeast Georgia, countless people know the Athens YMCA. But there’s so much more to our Y than one might think. From exercise to education, from preschool swim to preventative health, the Y doesn’t just strengthen our bodies. It strengthens our community. We need your support to make it happen. Every gift makes a difference. Together, we can achieve so much more. Give today. Visit www.athensymca.org or call the YMCA Development Office at 706.543.6596, ext. 34. An Athens Regional Health System registered nurse spends time on-site at the YMCA, coordinating preventive and wellness programs, along with individual health coaching, for members of the YMCA. 15